10 Celebs Who Embraced The Comeback Of Skinny Jeans In 2026

Thanks to fashion's circular nature, we have officially entered the comeback of skinny jeans — and many celebs know it. The tight cut that millennials embraced throughout the 2000s has officially resurfaced among the trends, as runways across various fashion weeks have shown that tighter jeans are back in style. From Miu Miu to Dior, countless high-end brands have been showcasing the cut for a couple of years now, and in 2026 the comeback is in full force as numerous celebrities have rocked it throughout the year.

We already discussed velvet and skinny jeans as the September 2026 edgy revival of '90s basics, and it certainly seems as if the latter is here to stay. "For the trend-led girlies, this is a fit you need to hop on," Amy Leverton, a denim expert, shared with Elle in October 2026, adding that "Denim trends always come back around." While there are plenty of ways to rock the comeback trend, ensuring you don't look like you time-traveled from 2003 is key. And stars like Kate Middleton, Olivia Wilde, and Miranda Kerr have perfected the art of styling the nostalgic piece in a modern and timeless way.

In July 2026, Olivia Wilde showed up to the Los Angeles premiere of her film "I Want Your Sex" in a pair of low-waist white skinny jeans. While Olivia Wilde has made some cringeworthy fashion faux pas in the past, this take on the Y2K classic isn't among them. The actor paired the nostalgic bottoms with a white button-up top, a black blazer, and pointy heels. The low waistline revealed a bit of skin, adding a casual element to the otherwise structured look.

Actor Laura Harrier served a stunning Y2K-inspired look for the Gucci afterparty during Milan Fashion Week in February 2026. The model-turned-actor looked stunning in a pair of black skinny jeans with side cuts at the bottom. She paired them with classic black pointy heels, which only enhanced her endless legs, as well as an edgy leather jacket. Harrier has always been a cool girl, but this outfit definitely enhanced that iconic vibe.

In September 2026, Kate Middleton rocked a classic fall color with the perfect autumnal outfit for women over 40, and — you've guessed it — it also included skinny jeans. The Princess of Wales wore brown skinny jeans during a visit to Rothesay, Isle of Bute, Scotland. The royal styled them in her signature preppy style by pairing them with a green turtleneck, brown Burberry coat, and brown ankle boots.

While going all out and wearing your skinny jeans like it's the early 2000s can be risky, there are ways in which you can make it work. In September 2026, Naomi Watts showed up to the Daily Front Row's Fashion Media Awards rocking a dress-over-pants moment that certainly seemed like a fashion time-capsule look. The "All's Fair" star paired her skinny jeans with a dusty pink mini dress, a waist scarf, and green heels with metal spikes for a legendary outfit.

Supermodel Miranda Kerr was among the attendees of the French Open held in June 2026 in Paris, France. While she undeniably came for the game, she also used the occasion as an opportunity to showcase her impeccable fashion sense. Kerr rocked classic blue skinny jeans with a blue halter top, creating a simple, monochromatic look. The star accessorized with white heels and a Loewe statement bag with florals, giving us a great example of how to style skinny jeans for warmer weather.

Socialite Nicky Hilton has been a known fashionista for decades. During Paris Fashion Week, she embraced the resurgence of skinny jeans as a champ. Hilton was photographed in October 2026 in a pair of streamlined skinny jeans, which she wore alongside a statement fur-trimmed coat in a deer print – yet another major 2026 trend. Black accessories finished the look off, with Hilton showing us just how chic skinny jeans can look.

During Paris Fashion Week in March 2026, Hollywood star Gillian Anderson was photographed in a casual yet preppy look featuring skinny jeans. The star of "The X-Files" opted for a dark black wash, pairing it with a navy and red turtleneck sweater and a navy wool coat. Black flat boots finished the look off, and the skinny jeans were, of course, tucked into them. Anderson's outfit serves as a great example of just how wearable skinny jeans are in everyday life.

As the daughter of Hollywood stars Reese Witherspoon and Ryan Phillippe, Ava Phillippe often attends fun industry events. In August 2026, Ava showed up to a Mother store opening in Los Angeles, California, and her leopard-print skinny jeans instantly stole the show. Paired with a black top, belt, and heels, the jeans were definitely the statement piece of the outfit, showcasing that the signature millennial jeans cut doesn't have to be boring.

"Selling Sunset" star Emma Hernan was photographed walking down Melrose Place in Los Angeles, California, in June 2026 in a classic Y2K combo. The reality television star paired gray skinny jeans with a cropped top and over-the-knee boots. The addition of the two created a daring look, one that fits perfectly into Hernan's bold wardrobe. With her dog in hand, Hernan walked down the sidewalk like it was a runway, smiling for the paparazzi. If we didn't know better, we'd think this pic was taken in the 2000s.

Television host Padma Lakshmi is yet another celebrity who leaned into the Y2K aesthetic while wearing skinny jeans. The "Top Chef" host was seen wearing a pair of dark skinny jeans in New York City in February 2026. Lakshmi styled her denim with a navy top, statement red suede boots, and a large fur coat. The bold look is proof that when it comes to winter fashion and boots, skinny jeans are truly superior.